Theory and Hazard Perception...
Introduction
The Theory Test consists of two elements, the Multiple Choice questions and the Hazard Perception Test. You must pass both tests, a fail in either element is an overall fail and you will have to take both tests again.
Preparation
There is lots of material available to prepare for this part of the test and the driving test, books, cd's etc. The DSA (Driving Standards Authority) website has a lot of information available, also local bookshops, online, or you may be able to obtain books from your Driving Instructor.
How do I book my Theory and Hazard Perception - you can book online at the DSA website or ring the DSA at 0870 01 01 372 and listen to the various options.
Can I book my practical Driving Test before I have passed the Theory and Hazard Perception - the answer is no, you must pass the Theory first. Therefore it is important to get this part of the test out of the way as soon as possible, otherwise you may be near to test standard with your driving but unable to book a driving test.
The Multiple Choice element
This part of the tests is done on a touch screen computer. It consists of 35 multiple choice questions of which you must get 30 out of 35 right. You must answer each question, but you can change your answers at any time throughout this part of the test.
When you have completed this part of the test there is a short break of up to 3 minutes before starting the second part of the test. You are not allowed to leave your desk during this break
The Hazard Perception element
At the start of this element you will be shown a short tutorial video. This will explain how this part of the test works.
The Hazard Perception Element test your ability to recognise possible potential hazards at an early stage as they are developing, this part of the test is to test the skills you will need to avoid potential hazards.
There will be 14 video clips of approximately 1 minute long taken from the drivers perspective. When you see a potential hazard you must click the left or right mouse button. These film clips are taken on real roads and are real hazards. You will be scored on the developing hazards but you will not lose points for responding to other hazards
Out of the 14 video clips there will be 15 developing hazards that you will be scored on from 1 to 5 points each, depending on when you click the mouse button. To pass this part of the test you must score 44 points out of a maximum of 75 points.
End of test
When you have completed the test your results will be printed out within a few minutes, and hopefully you can then progress on to the next level, the Driving Test.